Teaching Assistant

Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist School | Didsbury, Manchester

Location: Didsbury, Manchester
Job Type: Full-time | Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

TradeWind Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded specialist school in Didsbury to recruit dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants.

This welcoming and well-resourced school caters for both primary and secondary-aged pupils with a range of complex additional needs. The school provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and therapists to support pupils with a variety of needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Complex learning difficulties

Non-verbal communication needs

Physical disabilities

Healthcare and medical needs

Sensory processing needs

Every day is different, and you'll play a vital role in helping pupils access learning, develop communication skills, build independence, and celebrate their achievements.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who are:

Passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs.

Patient, resilient, and caring in their approach.

Confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

Comfortable supporting pupils with personal care and healthcare needs where required.

Experienced in education, care, support work, or similar settings (desirable but not essential).

What the School Offers

A supportive and experienced leadership team.

Excellent training and ongoing professional development.

Modern, specialist facilities and resources.

Opportunities to work across both primary and secondary age groups.

A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day.

Why Register with TradeWind Recruitment?

Competitive daily pay rates.

Access to free CPD and specialist SEN training.

A dedicated consultant who understands the specialist education sector.

Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.

Simple registration process with ongoing support throughout your placement.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with complex needs in a specialist setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact TradeWind Recruitment to find out more about this exciting opportunity